1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2003 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2003 Toyota Mark II is newer by 31 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Mark II 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, 2003 Toyota Mark II 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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2003 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |
