1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 5 is newer by 18 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 119 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
