1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 11 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 910 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Renault Kangoo, 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
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1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Custom Cruiser | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |