2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 17 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 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 470 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.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Durango | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
