1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 168 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Jeep |
| Model | Cutlass | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1243 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2634 mm |
