2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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 Tahoe (414 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (305 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Tahoe | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
