1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
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, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1969 Opel GT | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Cutlass | GT |
Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |