1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 30 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1965 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1965 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1965 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Avanti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Avanti | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
