1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Cutlass | 993 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2280 mm |
