1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 465 kg more than 2012 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mazda 5, 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mazda |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | 5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| 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 | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |
