1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
