1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,331 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 83 kg more than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
| Model | Cutlass | Altima |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
