2007 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 661 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 1993 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 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Accord | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
