1998 Honda Life vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 9 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 (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 453 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Life | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Life | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1243 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |