1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 40 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 20 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 257 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra, 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
| Model | Cutlass | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2685 mm |
