1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 405 is newer by 3 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) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1989 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 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, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Cutlass | 405 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
