2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 286 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJ | 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
Model | XJ | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2722 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3080 mm |