1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Condor |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1505 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2640 mm |
