1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix 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 2 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
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 Toyota Matrix, 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Matrix. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Matrix 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 | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2601 mm |
