2000 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. (316 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | SL | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |