1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1973 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 935 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
