1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 786 kg more than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
Model | Delta 88 | NV |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6965 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 638 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2131 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3711 mm |