1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 33 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 87 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
| Model | Cutlass | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4269 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
