1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 38 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 189 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | ML |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2913 mm |
