1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | F-250 | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2950 mm |
