2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Sienna | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Toyota | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sienna | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2740 mm |
