1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 23 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 3,331 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 587 kg more than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
Model | Cutlass | Rexton |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3331 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |