2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Titan | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2740 mm |
