1992 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 264 kg more than 1992 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan 100 NX | 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 100 NX | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
