1999 Buick Century vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1999 Buick Century is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Buick Century.
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, both vehicles can yield 251 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Century | 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Century | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
