2005 GMC Safari vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 315 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Safari | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
