1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 41 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Camaro |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2852 mm |