2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 35 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 149 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 2004 GMC Envoy 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, 2004 GMC Envoy 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Envoy | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3080 mm |
