1990 Holden Statesman vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1990 Holden Statesman is newer by 18 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 25 more horse power than 1990 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 235 kg more than 1990 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Statesman. (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Statesman | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
Model | Statesman | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |