1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 395 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Corvette | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |