2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 18 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (177 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Rainier | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
