1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 565 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| 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 | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
