1989 Ford Laser vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, both 1989 Ford Laser 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 665 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser. 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 (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Laser | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Laser | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |