1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 830 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Eighty-Eight | G |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2850 mm |