1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Toyota Celica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 440 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Cutlass | Celica |
Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |