1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (130 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 792 kg more than 1972 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Sunny | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sunny | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |
