1998 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Sonata | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sonata | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
