1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 905 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Greyhound | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3080 mm |
