1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1996 Renault Safrane

To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 6 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass 1996 Renault Safrane
Make Oldsmobile Renault
Model Cutlass Safrane
Year Released 1990 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2260 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1445 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2770 mm


 

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