1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, both 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass and 1988 Renault 25 were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,331 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1988 Renault 25 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Cutlass | 25 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3331 cc | 2847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |