1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 505 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2619 mm |
