2009 Ford Escape vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 499 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. 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, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escape | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
