1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 424 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (305 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | E | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
