1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 24 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 660 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Dart | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |