1999 Honda Prelude vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Honda Prelude. (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 40 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Prelude. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Prelude | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Prelude | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
