1989 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, both 1989 Chevrolet Lumina 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (159 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. 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 Chevrolet Lumina (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1989 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Lumina | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Lumina | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |