1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 440 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Impreza |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2619 mm |