2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 26 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (495 HP) has 387 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 380 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (279 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Viper | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 495 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
