1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 176 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1999 Renault Safrane (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Cutlass | Safrane |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |