2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 64 kg more than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (313 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Jeep | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cherokee | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
