1988 Lancia Hit vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1988 Lancia Hit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Hit has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Hit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Hit | 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Hit | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
