1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2007 Renault Scenic

To start off, 2007 Renault Scenic is newer by 45 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 54 more horse power than 2007 Renault Scenic. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Scenic weights approximately 178 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, 2007 Renault Scenic, 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Scenic. (271 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Scenic.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 2007 Renault Scenic
Make Oldsmobile Renault
Model Jetfire Scenic
Year Released 1962 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3531 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.9 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.1 mm 93 mm
Top Speed 172 km/hour 206 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1297 kg 1475 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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