1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 45 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1973 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 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Golf |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2480 mm |