2009 Acura MDX vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 16 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, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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 231 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX.
Because 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MDX | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3663 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
