1979 Toyota Celica vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Toyota | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Celica | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
