1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue is newer by 43 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, 2005 Saturn Vue (250 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 350 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue will offer significantly more control. 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) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (328 Nm). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saturn |
| Model | Jetfire | Vue |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
