1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (130 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 157 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
Because 1989 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1989 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1989 Porsche 911 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 | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Cutlass | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2837 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 77 L |
