1998 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 5 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 465 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 1993 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 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
Model | Diamante | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |