2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sprinter | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2950 mm |
