2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Suburban | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |