1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 36 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
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, 2008 Opel Meriva, 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2640 mm |
