2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S-Type | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3080 mm |
