2001 Acura RL vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 11 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. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Acura RL.
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, 2001 Acura RL, 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura RL | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
Model | RL | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2950 mm |