1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1982 Toyota Corsa is newer by 11 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 92 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |
