1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 1999 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1999 Toyota Avensis is newer by 9 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 5,733 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 69 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 820 kg more than 1999 Toyota Avensis. 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, 1999 Toyota Avensis, 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Avensis. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Avensis. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Avensis 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 | 1999 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Custom Cruiser | Avensis |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |