1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 32 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 13 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (235 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 645 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
