2002 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1099 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic, 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (381 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Civic | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3080 mm |
