Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Coupe 3.4 V6 (213 Hp)


Overall Rating

7.2 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
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Engine 4.0 / 5
Value 3.5 / 5
Performance 3.5 / 5
Comfort 4.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion 4.5 / 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 291 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 220 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.

3.4 V6 (213 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

This LQ1 V6 engine offered strong performance for its time, providing brisk acceleration and ample power for highway cruising, making it the most spirited option.

Fuel Economy

As the most powerful engine, fuel economy was a significant drawback, with high urban consumption typical of large V6s from this era.

Best Use Case: Highway / Spirited Driving

reddit Community Verdict

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4.5 / 5

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Read What Owners Say
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Incredibly reliable and anvil simple to work on. When you eventually spin a bearing at 250k miles you can drop in a dirt cheap 350 and keep rolling.
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Reliable because they are simple technology that had been built for many years, so most of the bugs were worked out. Be aware that American police cars get tremendous abuse during their service. However, the police suspension on these were known for good handling ( if not worn out from said abuse). (I put a lot of miles on a 1978 Caprice, basically the same as the later cars except mine was not f
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I had one of these… spun out on an icy bridge, then I got crushed by an oncoming car and the car that hit me was all f*cked up… so grateful, the car was a tank, saved my life!
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By far one of the most reliable, comfortable, and capable cars ever built. There's a reason police used them all over North America. I had a 1985 Caprice Classic, and got over 300K miles on it,then gave it to my brother. He put another 80k on it, then the timing chain slipped. Cam gear was worn smooth. He replaced the timing gear set the side of the road in the middle of winter, and it started r
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You might be able to get 250k + out of the bottom end of a SBC but you will not get 250k without a valve job. The guides were usually worn pretty heavily on the pre 86 heads by 125-150k, the later ones are better, but they still wear badly.
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Very reliable, I drove one every day at work . It even got beat on from time to time, lol , and it still ran smoothly.
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We had an 84 Pontiac Parisienne that was super reliable from new. >>likes cars. Does not know anything about how they work
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I actually miss these old crates. If you maintain them, they will last. And easy to work on and you don't have to worry about some electronic fuckery throwing on the Check Wallet light when the weather changes.
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One of the best Chevy”s ever made.
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If you find one with the LT1 engine you will enjoy driving it


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(Ciera Coupe: 1989 - 1991).

General:
Brand:Oldsmobile
Model:Cutlass
Generation:Supreme Coupe
Modification (Engine):3.4 V6 (213 Hp)
Start of production:1990
End of production:2000
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Coupe
Seats:5
Doors:2
Engine:
Power:213 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:63.6 Hp/l
Torque:291 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:LQ1 More details about the engine LQ1
Engine displacement:3350
Number of cylinders:6
Engine configuration:V-engine
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine oil capacity:5.8 l
Coolant:12 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:92 mm mm
Piston Stroke:84 mm mm
Compression ratio:9.25:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:16 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:10 l/100 km
Maximum speed:220 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:6.8 kg/Hp, 147.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:5 kg/Nm, 201.4 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:1445
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:490 l
Fuel tank capacity:63 l
Size:
Length:4900 mm mm
Width:1805 mm mm
Height:1350 mm mm
Wheelbase:2730 mm mm
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 gears4
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
Front suspensionCoil spring
Rear suspensionLeaf spring

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