1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,351 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 634 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3351 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2380 mm |
