1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
| Model | Cutlass | Armada |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3130 mm |
