1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 360 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Dodge |
Model | Cutlass | Dakota |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |