1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1975 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 530 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass 1975 Toyota Corona
Make Oldsmobile Toyota
Model Cutlass Corona
Year Released 1994 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3134 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2510 mm


 

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