1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 260 kg more than 1992 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, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Trans Sport | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2740 mm |
