1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 15 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 101 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205, 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
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1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
Model | Vista Cruiser | 205 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2430 mm |