1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 20 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 545 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi, 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
Model | Custom Cruiser | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |