1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Daihatsu Terios

To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Terios 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Terios.

Because 2010 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass 2010 Daihatsu Terios
Make Oldsmobile Daihatsu
Model Cutlass Terios
Year Released 1990 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2590 mm


 

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