1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1983 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Florian is newer by 11 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 63 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 920 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Florian. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1983 Isuzu Florian | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Isuzu |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Florian |
Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |