2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 26 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 205 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | SSR | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |
