1980 Buick Estate vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Estate (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 110 kg more than 1980 Buick Estate.
Because 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Estate (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. 1980 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1994 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 1994 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Estate | G |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4931 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
