1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 657 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.

Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Oldsmobile Toyota
Model Cutlass Land Cruiser
Year Released 1989 1983
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2260 cc 3955 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 180 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 94.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 95 mm
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1243 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2740 mm