1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 305 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Cutlass | Clio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
