1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 37 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Q7 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3002 mm |