1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 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 40 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 373 kg more than 1964 Austin A 90. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1964 Austin A 90 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:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A 90 | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3080 mm |
