1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight

To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 531 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
Make Oldsmobile Oldsmobile
Model Cutlass Ninety-Eight
Year Released 1996 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 5735 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 249 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1404 kg 1935 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 5900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3230 mm


 

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