1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1979 Porsche 924
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 924 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 266 kg more than 1979 Porsche 924.
Because 1979 Porsche 924 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Porsche 924 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1979 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | Cutlass | 924 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |