1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 42 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 98.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Pickup | 98 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3210 mm |
