2007 Infiniti FX vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Because 2007 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX 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, 2007 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti FX | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Infiniti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | FX | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3080 mm |
