1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 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 4,269 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 609 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 307.
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 Peugeot 307, 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Cutlass | 307 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4269 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
