1987 Buick Skyhawk vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, both 1987 Buick Skyhawk and 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skyhawk. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skyhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 360 kg more than 1987 Buick Skyhawk. 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.
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1987 Buick Skyhawk | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Skyhawk | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |