1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 510 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Cutlass | Avensis |
Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |