2005 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 15 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 800 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Grandis | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
