1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 26 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 325 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Dakota | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3080 mm |