1984 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (124 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 500 kg more than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 De Tomaso Deauville 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 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1984 De Tomaso Deauville | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | De Tomaso | Oldsmobile |
Model | Deauville | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |