1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 15 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 46 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 204 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2011 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Dacia Duster 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 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Dacia |
Model | Cutlass | Duster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 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 | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2673 mm |