1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 403 kg more than 1995 Dodge Viper.
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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1995 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1995 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Viper | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Viper | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3080 mm |