1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 33 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 19 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 94 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Korando |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2490 mm |
