1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, both 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 and 1979 Buick Century were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 (134 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230.
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, 1979 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1979 Buick Century | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
Model | 230 | Century |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2298 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 205 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |