2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang 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 518 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
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) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mustang | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
