1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1996 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1996 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1996 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1996 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2490 mm |
