1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 193 kg more than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
Model | Cutlass | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1938 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3230 mm |