1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 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 3,351 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 2 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cutlass | Golf |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3351 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2578 mm |
