1981 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass

To start off, both 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado and 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 220 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass.

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.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Oldsmobile Toronado 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Make Oldsmobile Oldsmobile
Model Toronado Cutlass
Year Released 1981 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4129 cc 3790 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 123 HP 0 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2760 mm


 

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