1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1997 Buick LeSabre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 46 kg more than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
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, 1997 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick LeSabre | 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | LeSabre | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2740 mm |
