1980 Buick Electra vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 190 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1988 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 1988 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Electra | G |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
