1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega 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 Opel Omega (142 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 213 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass (305 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (209 Nm). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Cutlass | Omega |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5798 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
