1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 17 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, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 161 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.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (249 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | Cutlass | A5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2751 mm |
