1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 18 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 467 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Cutlass | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3000 mm |
