1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 625 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
Model | A 90 | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3080 mm |