1966 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Cadillac Sixty (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 170 kg more than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Cadillac Sixty | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sixty | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 3080 mm |
