1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1973 Volvo 145
To start off, 1973 Volvo 145 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 655 kg more than 1973 Volvo 145. 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1973 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Vista Cruiser | 145 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |