1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1993 Porsche 928
To start off, 1993 Porsche 928 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 928 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 928 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 928. 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 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 928 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 928 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Cutlass | 928 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3351 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
