2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 550 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (250 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Pathfinder | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
