1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2011 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2011 Ford Explorer is newer by 42 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, 2011 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Explorer 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, 2011 Ford Explorer, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Explorer. (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2011 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
