1992 Holden Statesman vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Holden Statesman is newer by 20 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, 1992 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 380 kg more than 1992 Holden Statesman.
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 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Holden Statesman | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
Model | Statesman | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3080 mm |