1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 10 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 (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 577 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Cutlass | Frontera |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1243 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |