1959 Nissan 211 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Nissan 211 | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 211 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3230 mm |
