2005 Honda Mobilio vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 695 kg more than 2005 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Mobilio, 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Mobilio | 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mobilio | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3080 mm |