1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado

To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 605 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
Make Oldsmobile Oldsmobile
Model Cutlass Toronado
Year Released 1991 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3351 cc 7444 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 291 Nm 518 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 2115 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 5620 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 3110 mm


 

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