1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1994 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Frontera 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 36 more horse power than 1994 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Frontera weights approximately 235 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1994 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Frontera. (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Frontera. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1994 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1994 Opel Frontera 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.
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1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1994 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Cutlass | Frontera |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |