2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 14 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 3,457 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (124 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 120 kg more than 1988 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Intrigue | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
