1998 Ford Probe vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, both 1998 Ford Probe and 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Ford Probe. 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (250 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Probe. 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Probe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Probe | 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Probe | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |