1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2008 Skoda Roomster is newer by 19 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 130 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (50 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 67 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 (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (155 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Roomster.
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1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
Model | Cutlass | Roomster |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1243 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |