2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 34 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 260 kg more than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Rainier | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3080 mm |
