1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace 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 47 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 745 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Espace |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2590 mm |
