1972 Buick Riviera vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 160 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. 1972 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 Buick Riviera | 1993 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | G |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |