1998 Mazda MPV vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 6 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 295 kg more than 1998 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda MPV | 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MPV | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
