1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais Performance Drivetrains

Keep Your 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais in Top Shape with Quality Performance Drivetrains

Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Performance Drivetrain, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Posi Units and Components and Performance Ring and Pinions. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.

Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory

The average price for a 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais Performance Drivetrain at Advance Auto Parts is around $271.21, with a range that starts at $98.99 and goes up to $407.99. With 18 options in stock from 2 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Differential Mini Spool, Performance Differential Ring and Pinion, and Performance Differential Ring and Pinion start at just $98.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.

Explore Related Parts

While you’re upgrading or replacing your Performance Drivetrain, don’t forget to check out other key components like Performance Air Filters and Performance Oil Filters. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais Performance Drivetrains

Richmond Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.78-1028-1)

Differential Mini Spool

from

$124.99
Richmond Gear is the leading manufacturer of professional quality, high-performance drivetrain products. Our complete line of products ranges from high performance ring-and-pinion sets for serious street and racing applications to torque-hungry manual transmissions and components. Richmond Gear products have been winners both at the Daytona 500 and U.S. Nationals for decades. WINNERS RUN RICHMOND!

Product Features:
  • For over 80-years, the Richmond Double-Diamond logo has represented some of the highest quality gears in the racing industry. Winners Run Richmond!
  • The superior quality of Richmond gearsets is a result of outstanding design, world class manufacturing and an extensive testing process that is performed on all products.
  • Richmond performance gearsets have been winners for decades at: NHRA, NMRA, NMCA, Daytona 500, WISSOTA and U.S. Nationals.
  • Richmond Gear is a leading manufacturer of high performance ring and pinion gearsets and drivetrain components, backed by a two year warranty.
  • Engineered to perform faster and be more reliable, Richmond performance drivetrain products are the result of a continuous research and development program combined with state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities.
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Motive Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.MS7.5-26)

Differential Mini Spool

from

$98.99
Motive Gear Mini-Spools replace your stock spider and side gears with a solid billet mini-spool for 100% traction to both wheels. Not recommended for street applications.

Product Features:
  • Billet construction
  • Not recommended for street applications
  • GM7.5″ MINI SPOOL 26 SPLINE
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Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G885308)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$228.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 8.5 R/P 3.08 FRT/REAR MGP
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Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G875456)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$222.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 7.5 &7.625 R/P 4.56 MGP
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Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0173-1)

RngPnn

from

$407.99
RngPnn

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G875373)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$223.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 7.5 &7.625 R/P 3.73 MGP 10 3/8 X 18 LH THRED BLTS, PD=1.438
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Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.49-0045-1)

RngPnn

from

$350.99
RngPnn

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G885342)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$322.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 8.5 R/P 3.42 FRT/REAR MGP
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Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0175-1)

RngPnn

from

$407.99
RngPnn

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G875390)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$256.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 7.5 & 7.6 R/P 3.90 MGP 10 3/8 X 18LH, PD = 1.438
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Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G875410X)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$236.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 7.5 &7.625 R/P 4.10X* MGP THICK
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Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G875323)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$237.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 7.5 &7.625 R/P 3.23 MGP 10 3/8 X 18 LH THRED BLTS, PD=1.438
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Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G875410)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$222.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 7.5 &7.625 R/P 4.10 MGP 10 3/8 X 18 LH THRED BLTS, PD=1.438
See More

Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.49-0017-1)

Differential Ring And Pinion

from

$351.99
Richmond Gear is the leading manufacturer of professional quality, high-performance drivetrain products. Our complete line of products ranges from high performance ring-and-pinion sets for serious street and racing applications to torque-hungry manual transmissions and components. Richmond Gear products have been winners both at the Daytona 500 and U.S. Nationals for decades. WINNERS RUN RICHMOND!

Product Features:
  • For over 80-years, the Richmond Double-Diamond logo has represented some of the highest quality gears in the racing industry. Winners Run Richmond!
  • The superior quality of Richmond gearsets is a result of outstanding design, world class manufacturing and an extensive testing process that is performed on all products.
  • Richmond performance gearsets have been winners for decades at: NHRA, NMRA, NMCA, Daytona 500, WISSOTA and U.S. Nationals.
  • Richmond Gear is a leading manufacturer of high performance ring and pinion gearsets and drivetrain components, backed by a two year warranty.
  • Engineered to perform faster and be more reliable, Richmond performance drivetrain products are the result of a continuous research and development program combined with state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities.
See More

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G885273)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$243.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 8.5 R/P 2.73 FRT/REAR MGP
See More

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.49-0041-1)

RngPnn

from

$342.99
RngPnn

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G885456)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$343.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 8.5 R/P 4.56 FRT/REAR MGP
See More

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G875308)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$253.99


Product Features:
  • GM7.5″ R & P SET (3:08 RATIO) MGP
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Most Popular Performance Posi Units and Components for 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais

Enhance your 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais with one of the 2 Performance Posi Units and Components we have in stock, starting at just $98.99.

Motive Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.MS7.5-26)

Differential Mini Spool

from

$98.99
Motive Gear Mini-Spools replace your stock spider and side gears with a solid billet mini-spool for 100% traction to both wheels. Not recommended for street applications.

Product Features:
  • Billet construction
  • Not recommended for street applications
  • GM7.5″ MINI SPOOL 26 SPLINE
See More

Richmond Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.78-1028-1)

Differential Mini Spool

from

$124.99
Richmond Gear is the leading manufacturer of professional quality, high-performance drivetrain products. Our complete line of products ranges from high performance ring-and-pinion sets for serious street and racing applications to torque-hungry manual transmissions and components. Richmond Gear products have been winners both at the Daytona 500 and U.S. Nationals for decades. WINNERS RUN RICHMOND!

Product Features:
  • For over 80-years, the Richmond Double-Diamond logo has represented some of the highest quality gears in the racing industry. Winners Run Richmond!
  • The superior quality of Richmond gearsets is a result of outstanding design, world class manufacturing and an extensive testing process that is performed on all products.
  • Richmond performance gearsets have been winners for decades at: NHRA, NMRA, NMCA, Daytona 500, WISSOTA and U.S. Nationals.
  • Richmond Gear is a leading manufacturer of high performance ring and pinion gearsets and drivetrain components, backed by a two year warranty.
  • Engineered to perform faster and be more reliable, Richmond performance drivetrain products are the result of a continuous research and development program combined with state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities.
See More

Best-Selling 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais Performance Ring and Pinions

Upgrade your Cutlass Calais with one of our 16 best-selling Performance Ring and Pinions.

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G875390)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$256.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 7.5 & 7.6 R/P 3.90 MGP 10 3/8 X 18LH, PD = 1.438
See More

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G875410)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$222.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 7.5 &7.625 R/P 4.10 MGP 10 3/8 X 18 LH THRED BLTS, PD=1.438
See More

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G875410X)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$236.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 7.5 &7.625 R/P 4.10X* MGP THICK
See More

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0173-1)

RngPnn

from

$407.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0175-1)

RngPnn

from

$407.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.49-0017-1)

Differential Ring And Pinion

from

$351.99
Richmond Gear is the leading manufacturer of professional quality, high-performance drivetrain products. Our complete line of products ranges from high performance ring-and-pinion sets for serious street and racing applications to torque-hungry manual transmissions and components. Richmond Gear products have been winners both at the Daytona 500 and U.S. Nationals for decades. WINNERS RUN RICHMOND!

Product Features:
  • For over 80-years, the Richmond Double-Diamond logo has represented some of the highest quality gears in the racing industry. Winners Run Richmond!
  • The superior quality of Richmond gearsets is a result of outstanding design, world class manufacturing and an extensive testing process that is performed on all products.
  • Richmond performance gearsets have been winners for decades at: NHRA, NMRA, NMCA, Daytona 500, WISSOTA and U.S. Nationals.
  • Richmond Gear is a leading manufacturer of high performance ring and pinion gearsets and drivetrain components, backed by a two year warranty.
  • Engineered to perform faster and be more reliable, Richmond performance drivetrain products are the result of a continuous research and development program combined with state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities.
See More

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.49-0045-1)

RngPnn

from

$350.99
RngPnn

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G885456)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$343.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 8.5 R/P 4.56 FRT/REAR MGP
See More

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.49-0041-1)

RngPnn

from

$342.99
RngPnn

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G885342)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$322.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 8.5 R/P 3.42 FRT/REAR MGP
See More

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G875308)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$253.99


Product Features:
  • GM7.5″ R & P SET (3:08 RATIO) MGP
See More

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G885273)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$243.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 8.5 R/P 2.73 FRT/REAR MGP
See More

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G875323)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$237.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 7.5 &7.625 R/P 3.23 MGP 10 3/8 X 18 LH THRED BLTS, PD=1.438
See More

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G885308)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$228.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 8.5 R/P 3.08 FRT/REAR MGP
See More

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G875373)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$223.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 7.5 &7.625 R/P 3.73 MGP 10 3/8 X 18 LH THRED BLTS, PD=1.438
See More

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G875456)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$222.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 7.5 &7.625 R/P 4.56 MGP
See More

FAQs for 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais Performance Drivetrains

What are the best-selling Performance Drivetrains for 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais?

Out of 18 Performance Drivetrains that fit 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais Performance Drivetrains?

The prices of Performance Drivetrains for the 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais range from $98.99 up to $407.99 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of a Performance Drivetrain for a 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais?

The average price for Performance Drivetrains for the 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais is $271.21. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Performance Drivetrain category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Drivetrains for other Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais model years?

Yes, we carry Performance Drivetrains for 5 model years of Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais between 1978 and 1984. The following model years are the most popular for Performance Drivetrain purchases: 1984, 1983, 1982, 1980, 1979, and 1978.

What are the cheapest Performance Drivetrains for my 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais?

The cheapest 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais Performance Drivetrains we carry are:

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Drivetrains for any other 1981 Oldsmobile models?

What types of Performance Drivetrains do you sell for my 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais?

As of 11/2/25, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Drivetrains for a 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais:

Can I get help with 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais Performance Drivetrain orders?

Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Oldsmobile Performance Drivetrains and more.

What is your return policy for Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais Performance Drivetrains?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais Performance Drivetrains and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.