1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Corvette | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
