1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 39 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 12 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 555 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. 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, 2008 Audi A3, 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
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1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2008 Audi A3 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
Model | Vista Cruiser | A3 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2580 mm |