2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 349 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
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, 2004 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mustang | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3080 mm |