1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,343 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 36 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass (305 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Cutlass | Hilux |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4343 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 182 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1450 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3090 mm |