1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 21 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Brilliance BS6. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2011 Brilliance BS6.
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, 2011 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Brilliance |
| Model | Cutlass | BS6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |
