1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 406 is newer by 32 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 26 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 575 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 406. 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, 2004 Peugeot 406, 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | 406 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2600 mm |
