2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 34 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 217 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
Make Hyundai Oldsmobile
Model Terracan Vista Cruiser
Year Released 2006 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 5736 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 161 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 103.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 85.9 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1945 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3080 mm


 

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