1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 920 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Record |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
