2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
