1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1999 SsangYong W Coupe
To start off, 1999 SsangYong W Coupe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong W Coupe (219 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong W Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 650 kg more than 1999 SsangYong W Coupe.
Because 1973 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 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong W Coupe, 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong W Coupe. (318 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong W Coupe. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1999 SsangYong W Coupe has manual transmission. 1999 SsangYong W Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1999 SsangYong W Coupe | |
Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
Model | Vista Cruiser | W Coupe |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 318 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1295 kg |