1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2007 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 37 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 5 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 738 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Aerio 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, 2007 Suzuki Aerio 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Aerio.
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1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2007 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Aerio |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2490 mm |