2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 36 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 52 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Ducato | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3080 mm |