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The Oldsmobile Story – Why Is This Brand Still Relevant

Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais 442 W41 (1991)

1991 Quad 442 W40 Cutlass Calais Oldsmobile Quad442 7
Photo Credit: Car Domain

Behind that long name lies a compact, front-wheel drive Calais two-door with a highly tuned four-cylinder engine which developed 190 hp from 2.3 liters. This doesn’t sound very powerful today, but this car was introduced almost 35 years ago when 200 hp was considered a significant power source. The little Cutlass Calais 442 W41 could accelerate rapidly and beat much bigger and more expensive cars thanks to low weight, race-tuned suspension, and gearbox. 

Written by
Vukasin Herbez

Vukasin Herbez writes about classic American muscle, Japanese performance icons and landmark Ferraris for Motor Junkie. Vukasin's features explore the history behind the cars that defined each decade.

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