1980 Buick Electra vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 18 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK (185 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 360 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.
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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (271 Nm). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | SLK |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2050 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |