2009 Acura TL vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 19 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, 2009 Acura TL (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL 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 163 kg more than 2009 Acura TL.
Because 2009 Acura TL 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, 2009 Acura TL 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, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | TL | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |
