2003 Ford Econoline vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Ford Econoline is newer by 13 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econoline weights approximately 310 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Econoline | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Econoline | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2950 mm |
