1983 Donkervoort S7 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1983 Donkervoort S7 is newer by 11 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) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Donkervoort S7. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Donkervoort S7.
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) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Donkervoort S7. (163 Nm). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Donkervoort S7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Donkervoort S7 | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S7 | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1500 mm |
