2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 565 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (346 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Corvette | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
