1993 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, both 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL and 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 266 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | SL | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2797 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
