2002 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 44 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2950 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |
