1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 34 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 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 376 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70.
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, 2006 Volvo V70, 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | V70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
