1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 445 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester 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.
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1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Forester |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2615 mm |