2005 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 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 59 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 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 Mitsubishi L 200 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi L 200. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 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 Mitsubishi L 200 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
Make Mitsubishi Oldsmobile
Model L 200 Custom Cruiser
Year Released 2005 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2350 cc 5002 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 110 HP 169 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 2015 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2950 mm