1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 483 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Corvette | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3080 mm |