1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla 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 60 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 389 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Cutlass | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |