2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 15 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 661 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CR-V | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 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 | 166 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
