2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS 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 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS 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 310 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | STS | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3080 mm |