2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 15 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 505 kg more than 2007 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma, 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Croma | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
