1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, both 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass and 1989 Porsche 944 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 944 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1989 Porsche 944 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 1989 Porsche 944. 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.
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1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | Cutlass | 944 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 217 HP |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |