1957 Ford Vedette vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 820 kg more than 1957 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Vedette | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Vedette | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3080 mm |
