1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 12 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. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 284 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Cutlass | Camry |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 218 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |