1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 175 kg more than 1986 Jaguar XJ6.
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, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
Model | XJ6 | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3080 mm |