1994 Acura Integra vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1994 Acura Integra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1994 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 295 kg more than 1994 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura Integra | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Integra | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
