1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 12 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 611 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.

Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 2002 Nissan X-Trail
Make Oldsmobile Nissan
Model Custom Cruiser X-Trail
Year Released 1990 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5002 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 169 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2015 kg 1404 kg
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2660 mm


 

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