1981 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 280 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Accord | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
