1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1996 Proton Tiara
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Tiara would be higher. 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 91 more horse power than 1996 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 620 kg more than 1996 Proton Tiara. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Tiara. 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1996 Proton Tiara has manual transmission. 1996 Proton Tiara 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.
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1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1996 Proton Tiara | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Proton |
Model | Cutlass | Tiara |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |