2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 870 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | CR-V | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3080 mm |