2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Hardbody | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 4127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1755 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
