1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 604 is newer by 16 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 7 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 525 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 604. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
Model | Vista Cruiser | 604 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2810 mm |