1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 3 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 660 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
