1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 13 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 48 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 730 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra, 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Vauxhall |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
