1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2006 Smart Roadster 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 | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Smart |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
