1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1999 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 374 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Nubira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. (181 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1999 Daewoo Nubira | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Daewoo |
Model | Cutlass | Nubira |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |