1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1992 Suzuki Swift

To start off, both 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass and 1992 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 660 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Swift. 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1992 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 1992 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass 1992 Suzuki Swift
Make Oldsmobile Suzuki
Model Cutlass Swift
Year Released 1992 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 60 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 830 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2370 mm


 

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