1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1995 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Vivio 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 115 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 880 kg more than 1995 Subaru Vivio. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Vivio. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1995 Subaru Vivio has manual transmission. 1995 Subaru Vivio 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 | 1995 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Cutlass | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2320 mm |
