1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 30 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro 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 285 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Monaro has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro 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 | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Vauxhall |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2800 mm |
