1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 55 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 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 1993 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Cutlass | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2280 mm |
