1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 13 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 4,269 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 635 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Alpine | Oldsmobile |
| Model | V6 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
