1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 36 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 420 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 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey, 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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Cutlass | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1778 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3000 mm |
