1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, 1990 Volvo 460 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 460. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 895 kg more than 1990 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460, 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 460. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 460 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 460 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1990 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Vista Cruiser | 460 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |