1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 208 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport has manual transmission. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
Model | Cutlass | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |