1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 20 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. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 130 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
