1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 36 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis, 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (280 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2850 mm |
