1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1985 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 2012 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
| Model | Cutlass | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
