1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge 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 175 kg more than 2012 Ford Edge.
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, 2012 Ford Edge, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2012 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | Edge |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2824 mm |
