1993 Chrysler Viper vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, both 1993 Chrysler Viper and 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,985 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 425 kg more than 1993 Chrysler Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1993 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1993 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chrysler Viper | 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
Model | Viper | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7985 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |