1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1995 Proton Persona
To start off, both 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass and 1995 Proton Persona were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1995 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1995 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 576 kg more than 1995 Proton Persona. 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Proton Persona. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1995 Proton Persona has manual transmission. 1995 Proton Persona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1995 Proton Persona | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Proton |
Model | Cutlass | Persona |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |