1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 25 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 325 kg more than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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 (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Cutlass | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2085 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1623 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
