1995 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord.
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, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Accord | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |