2009 Audi R8 vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 36 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, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | R8 | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3080 mm |
