1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 8 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 439 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Smart |
Model | Cutlass | ForFour |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 47 L |