1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (285 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1989 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Camaro | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4295 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3080 mm |
