2005 Honda Life vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Honda Life 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 113 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Life | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Life | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3080 mm |
