2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 33 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 12 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 647 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (381 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ranger | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3080 mm |
