2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Corvette | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2960 mm |
