1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 38 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 334 kg more than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Jeep |
| Model | Cutlass | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| 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 | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2634 mm |
