1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 20 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 498 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 2010 Acura RDX 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. 2010 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Acura |
| Model | Cutlass | RDX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 352 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 | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2649 mm |
