1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 37 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, 2008 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 655 kg more than 2008 Saturn Sky.
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, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Sky. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2008 Saturn Sky has manual transmission. 2008 Saturn Sky 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.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Saturn |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Sky |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2420 mm |