1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 19 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 44 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 23 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cutlass | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
