2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu YRV 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu YRV, 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | YRV | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3080 mm |
