1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 24 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (140 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 321 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass (306 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (210 Nm). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | Cutlass | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5798 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
