1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 255 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
| Model | Cutlass | 124 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
