1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2003 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2003 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. Both 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass and 2003 Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2003 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2003 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
