1992 Dodge Viper vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1992 Dodge Viper is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 273 kg more than 1992 Dodge Viper.
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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Viper | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Viper | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4269 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |