2005 Acura MDX vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 15 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, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 4 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.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MDX | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
