1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 305 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
