1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1984 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 13 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 71 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1984 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2580 mm |
