1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 112 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal.
Because 1975 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 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal, 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Buick |
Model | Cutlass | Regal |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2738 mm |