1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 36 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
Model | Cutlass | Armada |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 521 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3129 mm |