1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 202 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
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 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1989 Dodge Shadow has manual transmission. 1989 Dodge Shadow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Shadow | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
