2012 Subaru Impreza vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Subaru Impreza | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Subaru | Oldsmobile |
Model | Impreza | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2012 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2624 mm | 2740 mm |