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


 

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