1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 42 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 574 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2790 mm |
