1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 354 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass (250 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | GMC |
| Model | Cutlass | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
