1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 864 kg more than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3220 mm |
