1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 22 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 200 kg more than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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 @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Cutlass | Clio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
