1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2004 Acura TSX
To start off, 2004 Acura TSX is newer by 14 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TSX weights approximately 300 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TSX. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TSX. 2004 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2004 Acura TSX | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Acura |
Model | Cutlass | TSX |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |