1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
