1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 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 56 more horse power than 1973 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 860 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Triumph |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2240 mm |
