2004 Subaru Forester vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 263 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Forester | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Subaru | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Forester | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
