1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 607 is newer by 16 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, 2006 Peugeot 607 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607 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 217 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 607.
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, 2006 Peugeot 607, 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, 2006 Peugeot 607 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | 607 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
