1977 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,269 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 915 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (124 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Avenger | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Avenger | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
