1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 24 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, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (198 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (124 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 6 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 2012 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
Model | Cutlass | Sonata |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2794 mm |