1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,798 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (139 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass (306 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (271 Nm). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
