1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,331 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 133 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Celica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
