1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1990 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1990 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 109 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 458 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. 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 (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1990 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cutlass | Nova |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1243 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
