1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 474 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | El Camino | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5013 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3080 mm |