1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 28 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 825 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 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Cutlass | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2896 mm |
