1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 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 (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 64 kg more than 1986 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 (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Camry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
