1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2002 Holden Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 5 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Holden |
Model | Cutlass | Vectra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |