2004 Nissan Altima vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima 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 567 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima.
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, 2004 Nissan Altima, 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Altima | 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Altima | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3080 mm |
