1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1964 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1964 Opel Kadett. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1964 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1964 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1964 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2330 mm |
