1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Dodge AVENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge AVENGER is newer by 24 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge AVENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge AVENGER weights approximately 299 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, 2013 Dodge AVENGER (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge AVENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 2013 Dodge AVENGER has automatic transmission and 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge AVENGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Dodge AVENGER | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Dodge |
Model | Cutlass | AVENGER |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1243 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2064 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2765 mm |