2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 195 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Corvette | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3080 mm |