1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 42 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 400 kg more than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (699 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | ML |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2916 mm |
