1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 1961 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR3. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 1111 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR3. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR3. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1961 Triumph TR3 has manual transmission. 1961 Triumph TR3 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 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 1961 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Triumph |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2240 mm |
