2009 Ford Focus vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 252 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Focus | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |
