2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Cadillac XLR is newer by 14 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, 2004 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR 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 375 kg more than 2004 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2004 Cadillac XLR (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2004 Cadillac XLR has manual transmission. 2004 Cadillac XLR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac XLR | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | XLR | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |