1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 38 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | GLK |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1887 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2756 mm |
