2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 232 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (304 Nm). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Quest | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2960 mm |
