1974 Volkswagen SP vs. 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 280 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volkswagen SP | 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | SP | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
