1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 14 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 393 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.
Because 2010 SsangYong Stavic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
| Model | Cutlass | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |
