1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2008 Honda Stream
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 15 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Honda Stream, 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2008 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | Stream |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
