1971 Oldsmobile 442 vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (260 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (246 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 170 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile 442.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | 442 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
