2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Charger | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 3344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
