1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 29 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (124 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 320 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 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Cadillac |
| Model | Cutlass | ATS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2775 mm |
