1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 27 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 360 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 2011 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Camry |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2776 mm |
