1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 34 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 87 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3090 mm |
