1999 Dodge Charger vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Dodge Charger is newer by 30 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, 1999 Dodge Charger (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Charger 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 583 kg more than 1999 Dodge Charger.
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. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Charger has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Charger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Charger | 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Charger | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3080 mm |
