1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 15 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cutlass | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
