2008 Acura TL vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1994 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, 2008 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | TL | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
