1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 12 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, both vehicles can yield 158 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 146 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Camry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |
