1995 Acura Legend vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 65 kg more than 1994 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1995 Acura Legend has manual transmission. 1995 Acura Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Acura Legend | 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
Model | Legend | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2740 mm |