1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 22 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Kyron.
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1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Kyron |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2750 mm |