2009 Nissan Rogue vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue is newer by 19 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Rogue (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 354 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Rogue | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Rogue | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
