1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 30 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 3 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 335 kg more than 2004 Toyota Previa. 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, 2004 Toyota Previa, 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Previa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
