1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 1991 Volvo 460

To start off, 1991 Volvo 460 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 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 51 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 965 kg more than 1991 Volvo 460. 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, 1991 Volvo 460, 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 (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 460. (176 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 460. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1991 Volvo 460 has manual transmission. 1991 Volvo 460 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 1991 Volvo 460
Make Oldsmobile Volvo
Model Custom Cruiser 460
Year Released 1990 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5002 cc 1721 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 169 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2015 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2510 mm