1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1997 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,798 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 220 kg more than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (305 Nm). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Buick |
Model | Cutlass | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5798 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 387 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |