1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. 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 23 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 504 kg more than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2003 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2003 Tata Safari 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 | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Tata |
| Model | Cutlass | Safari |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
