2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 10 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 139 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | SSR | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5316 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 449 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |