2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 460 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom 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 | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |
