1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 9 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cutlass | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |
