2010 Nissan Cube vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 98 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Cube | 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cube | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1651 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
