2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1222 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | Escalade | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2740 mm |