1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 439 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
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, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z 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 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Z |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2550 mm |
