2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (133 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | C | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2147 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1725 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 |