1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1992 GMC Typhoon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 GMC Typhoon | 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Typhoon | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2960 mm |
