1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 18 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 55 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
