1991 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1991 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 479 kg more than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan 100 NX | 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 100 NX | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
