1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 35 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, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
