2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 18 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Lumina | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 169 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |
