1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1992 Renault Express
To start off, 1992 Renault Express is newer by 3 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 (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1992 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 645 kg more than 1992 Renault Express. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Express. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1992 Renault Express | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Cutlass | Express |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |
