1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1994 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1994 Holden Commodore is newer by 22 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, 1994 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Commodore 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 570 kg more than 1994 Holden Commodore.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1994 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Holden |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Commodore |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2740 mm |