1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1997 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1997 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 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 2,163 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Camry. (134 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Camry weights approximately 215 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1997 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Camry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
