1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS 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 LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 486 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 2011 Lexus LS 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 LS 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, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Lexus |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | LS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3091 mm |
