1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1157 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 Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
