1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 444 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Chevelle | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3768 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |