1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cutlass | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
