1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 2 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. Both 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass and 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass are equipped with a 2,260 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cutlass | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
