1998 Nissan Maxima vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1998 Nissan Maxima is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 102 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Maxima | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Maxima | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
