1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 176 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Caprice | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
