2002 Lancia Thesis vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Lancia Thesis is newer by 9 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, 2002 Lancia Thesis (213 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Thesis 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 265 kg more than 2002 Lancia Thesis.
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, 2002 Lancia Thesis, 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (263 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lancia Thesis | 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Thesis | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |