2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 16 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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet 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 163 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Trajet | 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Trajet | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
