1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 30 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (200 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 805 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (273 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
