2010 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 23 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Lacetti. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 312 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Lacetti. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2010 Daewoo Lacetti has manual transmission. 2010 Daewoo Lacetti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Daewoo Lacetti | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Daewoo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Lacetti | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
