2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 36 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Freelander | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3080 mm |
