1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 399 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
