1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 15 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 101 kg more than 1995 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2819 mm |
