1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 50 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 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 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | Cutlass | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2355 mm |