1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Cutlass | 19 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
