1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | R |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3216 mm |
