1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 26 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1137 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.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cutlass | Passat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
