1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1984 Honda Prelude is newer by 12 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 635 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude, 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Prelude | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Prelude | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1827 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2960 mm |