1980 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 30 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 411 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Electra | ML |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2101 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 95 L |
