1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 661 kg more than 1951 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Triumph |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Renown |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2750 mm |
