1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 22 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 123 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4. 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| 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 | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
