1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
