2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 6,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 709 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 257 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CLK | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 877 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |
