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, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 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 | 1795 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 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 |