1968 MG MGC vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG MGC 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 12 more horse power than 1968 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 MG MGC.
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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG MGC. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1968 MG MGC has manual transmission. 1968 MG MGC 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:
1968 MG MGC | 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | MG | Oldsmobile |
Model | MGC | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3080 mm |