1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2001 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Opa is newer by 27 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 10 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Opa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 715 kg more than 2001 Toyota Opa. 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, 2001 Toyota Opa, 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) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Opa. (202 Nm). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2001 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Opa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| 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 | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2800 mm |
