2005 Ford Escape vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 34 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, 2005 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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 445 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 1971 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 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape, 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (265 Nm). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escape | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3080 mm |
