1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (132 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
