1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 21 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 915 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 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Lexus |
| Model | Cutlass | LS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3091 mm |
