1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 89 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 445 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2790 mm |
