1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1991 Renault 25
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault 25 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 255 kg more than 1991 Renault 25. 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 25. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 25. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1991 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1991 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Cutlass | 25 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
