2005 Fiat Multipla vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Fiat Multipla 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 467 kg more than 2005 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Multipla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Multipla. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Multipla has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Multipla 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.
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2005 Fiat Multipla | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Multipla | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |