1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 17 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 255 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra. 2007 Opel Vectra 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. 2007 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Cutlass | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
