2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 341 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Colorado | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |