2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,351 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 246 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac CTS | 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CTS | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
