1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (310 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1040 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (305 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cutlass | Express |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5798 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3429 mm |
