1999 Saab 05-Sep vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1999 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 9 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Saab 05-Sep (309 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Saab 05-Sep | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Saab | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 05-Sep | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
