2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (177 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 123 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Porsche | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 911 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
