1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 455 kg more than 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Because 1992 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 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
