2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 145 kg more than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Jeep | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3080 mm |
