1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S is newer by 28 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 20 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 975 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR-S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR-S. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota MR-S has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota MR-S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | MR-S |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
