2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 37 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 835 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Expedition | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3080 mm |
