2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 35 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX 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 56 kg more than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2007 Cadillac SRX 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac SRX | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | SRX | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3554 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |