1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart 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 550 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
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, 1969 Dodge Dart (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Dart | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 5734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3080 mm |