1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 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) has 163 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 830 kg more than 1974 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
