2002 Acura RSX vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 33 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, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX 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 715 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
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, 2002 Acura RSX, 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | RSX | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3080 mm |
