1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (200 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 361 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Corvette | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
