1990 Holden Commodore vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1990 Holden Commodore is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 435 kg more than 1990 Holden Commodore.
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, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Commodore | 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Commodore | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
