1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 20 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 325 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
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1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
Model | Custom Cruiser | Colorado |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |