2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,269 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 335 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (279 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Frontier | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 4269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
