1977 Buick Electra vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | C |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |