1990 Infiniti G20 vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1990 Infiniti G20 is newer by 1 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. Both 1990 Infiniti G20 and 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Infiniti G20. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1990 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Infiniti G20 weights approximately 45 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 (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Infiniti G20. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Infiniti G20. 1990 Infiniti G20 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. 1990 Infiniti G20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Infiniti G20 | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Infiniti | Oldsmobile |
Model | G20 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |