1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 7 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (159 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 260 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1996 Plymouth Voyager has automatic transmission and 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Plymouth |
Model | Cutlass | Voyager |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2880 mm |