1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2002 Suzuki F1
To start off, 2002 Suzuki F1 is newer by 28 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 93 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki F1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 475 kg more than 2002 Suzuki F1. 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) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki F1. (106 Nm). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2002 Suzuki F1 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | F1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1470 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2210 mm |
