1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1998 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1998 Porsche Boxster is newer by 21 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, 1998 Porsche Boxster (201 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 270 kg more than 1998 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass (306 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche Boxster. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1998 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Cutlass | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5798 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
