2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 33 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 255 kg more than 2007 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3080 mm |
