1978 Buick Regal vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 6 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 515 kg more than 1978 Buick Regal. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Regal | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3080 mm |