2007 Ford Territory vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 71 kg more than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 380 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Territory | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5736 cc |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3080 mm |
