2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 17 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
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, 2006 Dodge Stratus (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Stratus | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
