2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 51 kg more than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Canyon | 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Canyon | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3080 mm |