1977 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 30 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 300 kg more than 1977 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Buick Electra 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
Make Buick Mercedes-Benz
Model Electra Viano
Year Released 1977 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5730 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 153 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 2085 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3210 mm


 

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