1979 Buick Century vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 Buick Century.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Century | C |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |