2009 Nissan Versa vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 603 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa, 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Versa | 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Versa | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3230 mm |
