1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2000 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Buick Century is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. Both 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass and 2000 Buick Century are equipped with a 3,134 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Century weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 2000 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2000 Buick Century | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Buick |
Model | Cutlass | Century |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 3134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |