1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 1995 Renault Espace 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 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 674 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (130 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 187 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Cutlass | Espace |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2837 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 804 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
