2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 E (315 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | E | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
