1987 GMC Suburban vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Suburban.
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1987 GMC Suburban | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Suburban | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2950 mm |