2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 87 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 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 Honda Odyssey, 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 (406 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Odyssey | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2102 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2950 mm |
