1972 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1972 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1972 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Daihatsu Consorte | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Consorte | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3080 mm |
