1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1995 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1995 Ford Aspire is newer by 7 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (124 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 510 kg more than 1995 Ford Aspire. 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1995 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Cutlass | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |
