1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 1 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 3 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | 500 | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4971 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2950 mm |