1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 3 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. Both 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass and 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass are equipped with a 3,135 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 136 kg more than 1998 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (250 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cutlass | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
