2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Express | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2960 mm |