1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 52 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 745 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Avensis |
Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |