2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Suburban | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2960 mm |
