1975 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 415 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Sedan.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Sedan | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sedan | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3080 mm |
