2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 484 kg more than 1971 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 Silverado (454 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (381 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Silverado | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2960 mm |
