1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 645 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 190 | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.9 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3080 mm |
