1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 605 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Venture 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 | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Venture |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |
