1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 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, 2008 Pontiac G5 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
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 Pontiac G5, 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2008 Pontiac G5 has manual transmission. 2008 Pontiac G5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
Model | Vista Cruiser | G5 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2640 mm |