1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Piranha is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha 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 475 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Because 1993 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 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha, 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2000 Pontiac Piranha | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
Model | Custom Cruiser | Piranha |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 203 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |