1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2009 Pontiac G3
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G3 is newer by 40 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 55 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G3. (105 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G3.
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, 2009 Pontiac G3, 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G3. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G3. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2009 Pontiac G3 has manual transmission. 2009 Pontiac G3 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 | 2009 Pontiac G3 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
Model | Vista Cruiser | G3 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2490 mm |