1971 Oldsmobile 442 vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 41 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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. (260 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 885 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile 442.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | 442 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
