1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 900 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 155 kg more than 1989 Saab 900.
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, 1989 Saab 900 (273 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saab |
| Model | Cutlass | 900 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
