2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 496 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (400 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Le Mans | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
