1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia 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 5,733 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 103 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 880 kg more than 2006 Skoda Fabia. 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, 2006 Skoda Fabia, 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
Model | Custom Cruiser | Fabia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |