2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 31 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper 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 380 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper 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:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Viper | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 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 |