1991 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 745 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
Because 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Accord | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |