1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 20 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 125 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne
Make Oldsmobile Porsche
Model Custom Cruiser Cayenne
Year Released 1993 2013
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5733 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 177 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 406 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Vehicle Weight 2015 kg 2140 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4846 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 2154 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1705 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2895 mm


 

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