1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Livina weights approximately 660 kg more than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Livina, 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
| Model | Cutlass | Livina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
