1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Cutlass | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2416 mm |
