2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (225 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 103 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (498 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Titan | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3230 mm |
