1996 Hyundai Pony vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 470 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Pony. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Pony. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Hyundai Pony | 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
Model | Pony | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |