1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 293 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Triumph Mayflower is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Triumph Mayflower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Triumph |
| Model | Cutlass | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1243 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2110 mm |
