1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 21 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
| Model | Cutlass | Tucson |
| 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 | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2639 mm |
