1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 148 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (248 Nm). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3250 mm |
