1966 NSU 1000 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1966 NSU 1000. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 NSU 1000 | 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | NSU | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 1000 | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3080 mm |
