1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,798 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 126 kg more than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (306 Nm). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Park Avenue | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 125 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 306 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |