2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Because 1971 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 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Intrigue | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.5 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2960 mm |
