2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 705 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | SLK | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |