2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 422 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Viper | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3080 mm |
