1959 Nissan 211 vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 15 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), 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1020 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Nissan 211 | 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 211 | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| 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 | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3080 mm |
