2008 Toyota Highlander vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1411 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Highlander | 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Toyota | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Highlander | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3546 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2581 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
