2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 602 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Corvette | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2950 mm |