1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 4 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 5,798 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 425 kg more than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (306 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cutlass | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5798 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3080 mm |
