1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Opel Omega is newer by 15 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 35 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 200 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2004 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2004 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Cutlass | Omega |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
