1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 1969 Renault 12
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Renault 12 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1969 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Renault 12, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 1969 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | 12 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
