1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2010 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 40 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, 2010 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | GMC |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2880 mm |
