2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1196 kg more than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Express | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2640 mm |
