1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 22 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 2,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (130 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 517 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2010 Suzuki Equator 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 2010 Suzuki Equator. 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Cutlass | Equator |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2837 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
