1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 39 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 195 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2895 mm |
