2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 945 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Acadia | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
