1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 30 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre 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 328 kg more than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1969 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 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick LeSabre | 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | LeSabre | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3080 mm |