2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | C | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2949 cc | 6596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |