1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 747 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 2013 Mazda CX-09 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mazda |
| Model | Cutlass | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
