1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 40 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 437 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2013 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Golf |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2578 mm |