1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2012 Renault Symbol is newer by 40 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 945 kg more than 2012 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Renault Symbol, 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) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2473 mm |
