1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Korando |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2490 mm |
