1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2001 Suzuki Lapin
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Lapin is newer by 28 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 90 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Suzuki Lapin, 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (108 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Lapin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2001 Suzuki Lapin | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Lapin |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2370 mm |
