1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 20 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 140 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2320 mm |
