1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 11 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) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 476 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Sumo. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Sumo 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.
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1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Tata |
Model | Cutlass | Sumo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 249 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |