1976 Buick Electra vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (276 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 225 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | C |
Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |