2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 (1,154 Nm) has 774 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 1970 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. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Viper | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 1154 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.8 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3080 mm |
