1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass (124 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 75 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Corona 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 1983 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Corona |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
