1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 33 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (179 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 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 336 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70.
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, 2007 Volvo V70, 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V70 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | V70 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
