1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Crown (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Crown weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Crown 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 1970 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Crown |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
