1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 43 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 61 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
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, 2012 Hyundai i20, 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai i20 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 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
Model | Vista Cruiser | i20 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2525 mm |