1976 Buick Estate vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 291 kg more than 1976 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (336 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK has manual transmission. 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Estate | 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Estate | GLK |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
