1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2011 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.

Because 2011 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 2011 Nissan Titan
Make Oldsmobile Nissan
Model Eighty-Eight Titan
Year Released 1978 2011
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 5551 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 108 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 3560 mm


 

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