1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 18 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 52 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Cutlass (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Cutlass | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2320 mm |