1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 264 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Indigo 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 | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Tata |
Model | Cutlass | Indigo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |