1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 111 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
| Model | Cutlass | Cube |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
