2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 740 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. 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 Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Tahoe | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
