1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 46 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 645 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Celica 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 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Celica |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |