1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Neon 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 4,269 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Neon (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 706 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Plymouth |
Model | Cutlass | Neon |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4269 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |