1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 17 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 81 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Impreza 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.
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1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Cutlass | Impreza |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2624 mm |