1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Seville is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 375 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Seville | 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | Seville | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3080 mm |