1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1977 Volvo 164
To start off, 1977 Volvo 164 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 22 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 164.
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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1977 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | 164 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3350 mm |
