2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 18 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Pilot | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 68 L |
