1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 27 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, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu 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. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
Model | Cutlass | Malibu |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2473 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2852 mm |