1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2013 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2013 Nissan Rogue is newer by 42 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, 2013 Nissan Rogue (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Rogue 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 456 kg more than 2013 Nissan Rogue.
Because 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Rogue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2013 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Rogue |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4655 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2690 mm |