1975 Ford Capri vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1975 Ford Capri is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 935 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Capri | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Capri | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3080 mm |