1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 21 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 106 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 188 kg more than 2010 Ford Ka. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Cutlass | Ka |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1243 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
