2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR 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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XKR.
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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XKR | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
Model | XKR | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3080 mm |