2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Express | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2950 mm |