1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 1 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Cutlass | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1491 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2799 mm |
