2005 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A6 | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3080 mm |
