Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Coupe 2.3 16 (162 Hp)


Overall Rating

6.9 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 4.0 / 5
Value 3.5 / 5
Performance 3.5 / 5
Comfort 4.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion 1.8 / 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)

Supreme Coupe Overview:

Oldsmobile Cutlass (Supreme Coupe). With 210 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1445 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 190 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

2.3 16 (162 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

Likely the Quad 4 engine, this 4-cylinder offered surprisingly spirited performance for its size, known for being rev-happy, though it could be noisy at higher RPMs.

Fuel Economy

While better than the V6 options, its fuel economy was still only average by modern standards, offering a slight improvement over the larger engines.

Best Use Case: Balanced City / Highway

reddit Community Verdict

This rating is based on comments found on Reddit, scanned using artificial intelligence, and may not accurately reflect reality.

Allowed: 8% Neutral: 23% Issues: 69%
rating
1.8 / 5

Based on AI analysis of 13 discussions

Read What Owners Say
👎 NEGATIVE
Not saying you're fat, just saying this is the kind of car a fatty would drive.
👎 NEGATIVE
The only thing that'll crack and break down faster than your pride is every single rubber gasket, bushing, seal, or hose on that car.
👍 POSITIVE
These are amazing, like driving a comfy couch down the road
👎 NEGATIVE
Oldsmobile?...where?... Let's be honest; this and everything GM that followed suit for the next 25 years was little more than a Lumina with a body kit.
👎 NEGATIVE
Imagine a gearhead's disappointment when you tell them you'll give them a ride in your classic Oldsmobile 88...and you show up in this tin tray recepticle for bingo cards, scratch off tickets, and Chesterfields.
👎 NEGATIVE
I drive the exact same car daily, just so you know don't press too hard on the gas pedal.
👎 NEGATIVE
You parked it like an old person too
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It’s like a time machine from hell.
😐 NEUTRAL
It looks dangerously close to my cutlass
😐 NEUTRAL
I’ll take either the Bonneville or the Cutlass.


Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Comfortable and smooth ride quality
  • • Distinctive and appealing exterior styling
  • • Powerful 3.4 V6 engine option
  • • Spacious interior for a coupe

Cons:

  • • Poor fuel economy across most engine options
  • • Some interior materials prone to wear
  • • Front-wheel drive limits enthusiast appeal
  • • Dated safety features compared to modern vehicles

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Calais Coupe: 1984 - 1991).

General:
Brand:Oldsmobile
Model:Cutlass
Generation:Supreme Coupe
Modification (Engine):2.3 16 (162 Hp)
Start of production:1987
End of production:1997
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Coupe
Seats:5
Doors:2
Engine:
Power:162 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:71.7 Hp/l [345mm more]
Torque:210 Nm @ 5200 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:LD2 More details about the engine LD2
Engine displacement:2260
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine oil capacity:4.3 l
Coolant:10.5 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:92 mm mm
Piston Stroke:85 mm mm
Compression ratio:9.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:16 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:9 l/100 km
Maximum speed:190 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:8.9 kg/Hp, 112.1 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:6.9 kg/Nm, 145.3 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:1445
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:490 l
Fuel tank capacity:63 l
Size:
Length:4900 mm mm [345mm more]
Width:1805 mm mm [105mm more]
Height:1350 mm mm [20mm more]
Wheelbase:2730 mm mm [105mm more]
Front track:1510 mm
Rear (Back) track:1470 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 brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size195/75 R14 S
Front suspensionCoil spring
Rear suspensionLeaf spring

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