2007 Nissan Armada vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 35 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 707 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 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Armada | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Armada | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2850 mm |
