1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1984 Daimler 4.2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daimler 4.2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daimler 4.2 | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Daimler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 4.2 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2960 mm |
