1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 306 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 67 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 455 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1994 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 1994 Peugeot 306 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 | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Cutlass | 306 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
