1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Toyota Prius is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Because 1976 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 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Prius, 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Prius |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
