2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express is newer by 27 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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 455 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Express | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3080 mm |