1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 1 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 35 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 380 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Aspen | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2960 mm |