1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 526 kg more than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Cutlass | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |