1959 Nissan 211 vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Omega is newer by 23 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 205 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Nissan 211 | 1982 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 211 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
