1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 190 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cutlass | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2635 mm |
