1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V 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) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V.
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, 2011 Honda CR-V (350 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (249 Nm). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Cutlass | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |
