1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 31 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 545 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Forester 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 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Forester |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2530 mm |