2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,798 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP) has 271 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 225 kg more than 1977 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (306 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CTS | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
