1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 150 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Plymouth |
Model | Cutlass | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |