1995 Acura Integra vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Acura Integra is newer by 22 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Acura Integra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 775 kg more than 1995 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Integra, 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Integra | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
Model | Integra | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3080 mm |