1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 450 kg more than 1984 Toyota Camry. 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Camry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
