1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | ML |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 93 L |
