2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ram | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2680 mm |
