1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2003 Saturn L
To start off, 2003 Saturn L is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2003 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saturn L weights approximately 23 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Saturn L, 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2003 Saturn L | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Saturn |
Model | Jetfire | L |
Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3531 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |