1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra 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 633 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2011 Nissan Sentra, 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
Model | Custom Cruiser | Sentra |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2685 mm |