1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1988 TVR Tuscan is newer by 16 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, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Tuscan. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1988 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 1988 TVR Tuscan 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 | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | TVR |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2290 mm |
