1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Carlton 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 (159 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 165 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cutlass | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
