1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Prairie is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Prairie | 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Prairie | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
