1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass

To start off, 1983 Avanti Avanti is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Avanti Avanti.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Avanti Avanti 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Make Avanti Oldsmobile
Model Avanti Cutlass
Year Released 1983 1972
Engine Size 5002 cc 5736 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2960 mm


 

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