1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,798 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (285 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1977 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (306 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1989 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Camaro | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4295 cc | 5798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
