2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
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, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2008 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S2000 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
