1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila is newer by 37 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 875 kg more than 2011 Opel Agila. 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, 2011 Opel Agila, 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Cutlass | Agila |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4269 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
