1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue (249 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
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, 2009 Saturn Vue, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Saturn |
Model | Custom Cruiser | Vue |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |