1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (301 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 210 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
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, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Dodge |
Model | Vista Cruiser | CHALLENGER |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5023 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1449 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2946 mm |