2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (159 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 685 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 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Jeep | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |
