2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 625 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mobilio | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3080 mm |
