1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet APV is newer by 7 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 415 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1996 Chevrolet APV (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet APV | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | APV | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
