1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 20 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (130 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 88 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cutlass | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
