1991 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (159 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 445 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Accord | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |