1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,269 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 565 kg more than 1960 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Cutlass | Crown |
Year Released | 1974 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4269 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2540 mm |