1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 585 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Toyota | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Corolla | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2740 mm |
