2008 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 46 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Accord | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |