1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Cutlass | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
