1985 Nissan Patrol vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (124 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 635 kg more than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1985 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Patrol 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Patrol | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Patrol | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2740 mm |
