1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 25 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 280 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.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (306 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cutlass | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5798 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
