1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2011 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2011 Dodge Journey is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Because 2011 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Dodge |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Journey |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2891 mm |
