1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 14 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 42 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 575 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2003 Tata Safari 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, 2003 Tata Safari 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
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1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2003 Tata Safari | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Tata |
Model | Cutlass | Safari |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |