1990 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1990 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Accord weights approximately 210 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Accord | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Accord | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |