1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2004 Porsche 911

To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 617 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.

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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 2004 Porsche 911
Make Oldsmobile Porsche
Model Custom Cruiser 911
Year Released 1991 2004
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5002 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 168 HP 320 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4250 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2015 kg 1398 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2360 mm


 

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