1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1985 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1985 Nissan Santana is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Santana.
Because 1976 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 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Santana, 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1985 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
| Model | Cutlass | Santana |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
