1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 10 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 45 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (103 Nm @ 4299 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4299 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
