2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 91 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (435 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Frontier | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 6596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2960 mm |
