1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (124 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 625 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3250 mm |
