1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Piranha is newer by 4 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, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Piranha weights approximately 136 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2000 Pontiac Piranha | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | Cutlass | Piranha |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
