1971 Jensen FF vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen FF | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Jensen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | FF | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3080 mm |
