1986 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Sprint would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 525 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Sprint | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sprint | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
