1987 Buick Estate vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1987 Buick Estate is newer by 15 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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 (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Estate | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Estate | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |