1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 564 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
| Model | Cutlass | 124 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |
