2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Acadia | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
