1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1993 Audi V8
To start off, 1993 Audi V8 is newer by 22 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, 1993 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 151 kg more than 1993 Audi V8.
Because 1993 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1993 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | V8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
