1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 319 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Cutlass | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
