2006 Lexus ES vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Lexus ES is newer by 37 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, 2006 Lexus ES (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus ES 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 398 kg more than 2006 Lexus ES.
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, 2006 Lexus ES, 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus ES. (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus ES | 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Lexus | Oldsmobile |
| Model | ES | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3314 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3080 mm |
