1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 106 kg more than 1971 Holden Statesman.
Because 1971 Holden Statesman 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 1971 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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, 1971 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Holden |
| Model | Cutlass | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2900 mm |
