Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera 2.2 i (122 Hp)


Overall Rating

7.3 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.0 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 3.0 / 5
Comfort 4.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion 5.0 / 5

Oldsmobile Cutlass:

The Oldsmobile Cutlass was a series of automobiles produced by the General Motors' Oldsmobile division between 1961 and 1999. At its introduction, the Cutlass was Oldsmobile's entry-level model; it began as a unibody compact car, but saw its greatest success as a body-on-frame intermediate. The Cutlass was named after Vought F7U Cutlass, as well as the type of sword, which was common during the Age of Sail.
Introduced as the top trim level in Oldsmobile's compact F-85 Series, the Cutlass evolved into a distinct series of its own, spawning numerous variants. These included the 4-4-2 muscle car in 1964, the upscale Cutlass Supreme in 1966, the high-performance Hurst/Olds in 1968, and the Vista Cruiser station wagon....(Read more on Wikipedia)

Ciera Overview:

Oldsmobile Cutlass (Ciera). With 176 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1334 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Safety Rating
Not rated
Euro NCAP Year N/A
Adult Occupant N/A
Stars N/A
Expert Note:
The Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera was not tested by Euro NCAP, as it was primarily designed for the North American market. Safety standards of the early 1990s were significantly different from modern vehicles, focusing more on basic crash protection and less on advanced driver-assistance systems.

2.2 i (122 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 3 stars

Performance Verdict

Adequate for daily driving and city commutes, offering sufficient power for most situations without being sporty.

Fuel Economy

Reasonable fuel economy for its size and the era, making it a practical choice for budget-conscious drivers.

Best Use Case: Mixed driving, suitable for commuters and light family duties.

reddit Community Verdict

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5 / 5

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Still have my '94 and a dohc 95 convertible. Love these cars!
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Man I had one of these. A year or two off based o the look of the headlights, but basically this in a lurid maroon on maroon color-scheme. At 100 mph you basically felt nothing-like you were sitting on a couch. Unkillable engine. It just refused to die. Probably the best car I ever had.


Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Comfortable, soft ride quality
  • • Spacious interior for its class
  • • Generally reliable and easy to maintain
  • • Affordable purchase and running costs
  • • Simple, proven mechanicals

Cons:

  • • Outdated interior design and materials
  • • Vague steering and handling
  • • Lower fuel economy on V6 models
  • • Lacks modern safety features
  • • Resale value can be low

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Ciera Station Wagon: 1991 - 1996).

General:
Brand:Oldsmobile
Model:Cutlass
Generation:Ciera
Modification (Engine):2.2 i (122 Hp)
Start of production:1992
End of production:1997
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:122 Hp @ 5200 rpm.
Power per litre:55.7 Hp/l
Torque:176 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
Engine displacement:2190
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Engine oil capacity:4.3 l
Coolant:8 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:89 mm mm
Piston Stroke:88 mm mm
Compression ratio:9:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:8.6 l/100 km
Weight-to-power ratio:10.9 kg/Hp, 91.5 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:7.6 kg/Nm, 131.9 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:1334
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:449 l
Fuel tank capacity:63 l
Size:
Length:4834 mm mm [101mm less]
Width:1766 mm mm [1mm more]
Height:1375 mm mm [10mm less]
Wheelbase:2664 mm mm [1mm less]
Front track:1492 mm
Rear (Back) track:1447 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears3
Transmission typeAutomatic
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDrum [bad for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size185/75 R14
Front suspensionCoil spring
Rear suspensionLeaf spring

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