2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 S (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3080 mm |
