1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America 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) has 79 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 970 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (192 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1958 Talbot Lago America has manual transmission. 1958 Talbot Lago America 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.
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1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Talbot |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Lago America |
Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |