1997 Acura Integra vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser

To start off, 1997 Acura Integra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 803 kg more than 1997 Acura Integra.

Because 1990 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 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Acura Integra, 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura Integra. (176 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura Integra. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1997 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 1997 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1997 Acura Integra 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
Make Acura Oldsmobile
Model Integra Custom Cruiser
Year Released 1997 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1797 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 177 HP
Torque 176 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1212 kg 2015 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2950 mm