1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (316 HP) has 191 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti FX (360 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (306 Nm). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Infiniti |
| Model | Cutlass | FX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5798 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 316 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2885 mm |
