2007 Acura TSX vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2007 Acura TSX has manual transmission. 2007 Acura TSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | TSX | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
