2001 Honda City vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2001 Honda City is newer by 12 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 70 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Honda City. 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda City | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | City | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |