1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 86 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Avanti | Oldsmobile |
Model | Avanti | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 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 | 1700 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2960 mm |