2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 306 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar XJ | 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
Model | XJ | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3080 mm |