2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 730 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CL | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
