1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 21 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 460 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Roadmaster | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Roadmaster | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |