1999 Ford Escort vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Ford Escort 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 821 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Escort, 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) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escort | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3080 mm |
