2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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 25 kg more than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Odyssey | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2950 mm |
