2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 210 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1972 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 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (286 Nm). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Venture | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2850 mm |
