1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 18 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 71 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 739 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Omega 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 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Omega |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2740 mm |
