1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 39 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, 2011 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS 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 378 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS.
Because 2011 Lexus IS 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, 2011 Lexus IS 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Lexus |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | IS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2731 mm |
