1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 19 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 770 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol 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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol 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 | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3075 mm |
