1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. 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 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Publica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2270 mm |
