2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 233 kg more than 2006 Cadillac STS.
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, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | STS | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2950 mm |