2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 348 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Corvette | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |
