1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Porsche | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 911 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 665 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |
