1970 Nissan Cherry vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 815 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cherry | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cherry | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
