1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 399 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | Cutlass | Golf |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1346 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2578 mm |