2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 32 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1976 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Dakota | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 251 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2670 mm |