1999 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (130 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 82 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Accord | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
