1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 32 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza 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 535 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Impreza. (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
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1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Impreza |
Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |