1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 25 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 340 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 2009 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Cutlass | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
