1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 6 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja will offer significantly more control. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Baja 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 | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Cutlass | Baja |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
