1989 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, both 1989 Audi 80 and 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 180 kg more than 1989 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 80 | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | 80 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |