1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 536 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, 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) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (235 Nm). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2580 mm |
